2005 Rover 45 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 45 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
